Plywood Prices and Film-Faced Plywood

Plywood Selection Guide

Plywood is made from multiple wood layers bonded into a panel. Products in this category may differ in wood type, layer structure, film facing, thickness, dimensions and intended use. For that reason, a useful comparison should consider the technical characteristics of each listing rather than price or product name alone.

Where Is Plywood Used?

Film-faced plywood can be used as a formwork facing in reinforced-concrete applications. In H20 beam wall and column systems, plywood facing can work together with timber beams and steel walers as part of the formwork panel. Related groups include H20 Wooden Beams and Scaffolding and Formwork Systems.

Depending on the product specifications, plywood may also be used for flooring, wall and surface applications, furniture, packaging and other construction purposes.

What Is Film-Faced Plywood?

Film-faced plywood has a protective film layer on the panel surface. Several products in this category are described with phenolic film facing. For formwork use, surface condition, film wear and edge condition are important factors, especially when repeated use is expected.

How Should Plywood Thickness and Sheet Size Be Selected?

The category includes common thicknesses such as 18 mm and 21 mm, while some listings offer other thickness options. A 1250 × 2500 mm format appears in several products, but dimensions and thickness are not identical across every listing. Selection should be based on the formwork layout, bearer spacing, intended application and existing system.

Wood Structure and Product Differences

This category includes plywood described with birch, pine and different wood combinations. Product names include Odek, Riga, Sveza, Woodex, SPLY, ISTWOOD, Hercules, Kontraform, Fanerus, VTH, Tekcom, Family, Perm, Tulsa, Pinorus, Segheza and Russiva. Wood species, number of layers, film weight, density, origin and dimensions may vary by product.

New and Used Plywood

Alongside new plywood, the category also includes used plywood listings. For used sheets, surface cleanliness, film wear, damaged corners and edges, holes, warping and overall condition may affect both suitability and price. Product photos and listing details should therefore be reviewed before purchase.

What Should You Consider When Choosing Plywood?

• Application: choose a product suited to concrete formwork, flooring, cladding or other panel use.
• Thickness and dimensions: match sheet size and thickness to the project and support layout.
• Film and surface condition: check facing quality, wear, scratches and edge condition.
• Wood and layer structure: compare birch, pine or combined structures and layer information by product.
• New or used condition: evaluate condition and expected reuse when selecting used plywood.
• Quantity and logistics: bulk quantities, delivery and transport can affect total project cost.

Related Product Groups

• H20 Wooden Beams – bearer beams used with plywood-faced timber-beam formwork systems.
• Scaffolding and Formwork Systems – table shoring, Vario, panel and other formwork systems.
• Scaffolding and Formwork Components – connections, walers, locks, tie rods and complementary parts.
• OSB and Plywood – alternative sheet and panel product group.

Plywood Prices

Plywood prices can vary according to thickness, sheet dimensions, wood and layer structure, film facing, product or brand, origin, new or used condition, quantity and current stock. When comparing an “18 mm plywood price” or other sheet price, verify that the compared products have similar technical specifications.

Share panel type, thickness, dimensions, film/surface requirement, new/used preference, approximate quantity and delivery location to request a plywood bulk or project quotation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is film-faced plywood?

Film-faced plywood is plywood with a protective film layer on the surface. It is commonly used as facing in concrete formwork applications.

How should I choose between 18 mm and 21 mm plywood?

Thickness should be selected according to the formwork layout, support spacing, intended use and project requirements rather than price alone.

Can used plywood be purchased for formwork?

It may be suitable depending on the required application. Check film wear, edges, holes, warping, surface condition and overall suitability for reuse.

What affects plywood prices?

Thickness, sheet size, wood and layer structure, film characteristics, product or brand, origin, condition, quantity and current availability can all affect price.

Are different wood types available?

Yes. Examples include products described with birch, pine and different wood combinations. Technical details should be checked on each product page.